Lesson 202: 1917 – The Long Take Wonder (Spoiler)

Jan 15, 2020 | Chad Riley, Eddie Villanueva, Movies, Podcasts, Review, Spencer Williams, The Filmlosophers

The Filmlosophers are joined in the trenches by Videogame BANG!’s very own Emma Skies to talk about the Oscar-nominated war epic, 1917. As the new year starts to strike up the band with this incredible piece of cinematic art, the Tremendous Trifecta discuss the unique perspective 1917 has for its audiences. Has the long take begun to overload the senses of moviegoers? Or have we yet to scratch the surface of this auspicious yet elusive technique among filmmakers? Grab your wide angle lenses and your notepads, and tune in to find out in this week’s episode of The Filmlosophers!

Lesson 257: Raya and the Last Dragon (Review)

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Lesson 256: The Vigil – Meshuga Memories (Review)

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Lesson 255: Judas and the Black Messiah (Spoilers)

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